Project Scientist-I Recruitment 2026

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive for a contractual position at the National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee.
- Opportunity for PhD holders in specialized fields related to hydrology and water resources.
- Walk-in interview scheduled for 14th August 2026.
- Position offers a competitive monthly stipend of Rs. 56,000 plus applicable HRA.
- Focus on research and development in hydrology, hydrogeology, and geoinformatics.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- PhD Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized university.
- Specialization in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geo-informatics, Water Resources, Remote Sensing & GIS, Civil Engineering, or Geophysics.
- Mandatory knowledge of numerical modeling.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years as of the walk-in date.
- Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped candidates.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection will be based on a walk-in interview.
- Candidates must bring original documents and self-attested photocopies for verification.
- Interview will assess academic qualifications, research experience, and numerical modeling skills.

📊 Key Information

Organization	National Institute of Hydrology (NIH Roorkee)
Location / State	All India
Job Location	Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India
Category Eligibility	All categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are eligible with applicable age relaxations.
Experience Required	- Prior research or academic experience in relevant fields is desirable but not mandatory.
Walk-in Interview Date	14 August 2026

📊 NIH Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Scientist-I	1
Total	1

📁 Required Documents

- Original and self-attested copies of educational certificates (PhD degree and mark sheets).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Category certificate (if applicable for age relaxation).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Duly filled application form (if required as per notification).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 1 for the post of Project Scientist-I.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview for the Project Scientist-I post at NIH Roorkee?

A. The walk-in interview for the Project Scientist-I post at NIH Roorkee is scheduled for 14th August 2026. Candidates should ensure they reach the venue on time on this date.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for the Project Scientist-I position?

A. The required qualification is a PhD Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized university in fields like Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geo-informatics, Water Resources, Remote Sensing and GIS, Civil Engineering, or Geophysics, with knowledge of numerical modeling.

Q. What is the salary offered for the Project Scientist-I role?

A. The selected candidate will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 56,000 per month, plus HRA as applicable.

Q. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

A. No, there is no application fee for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying to this post?

A. The maximum age limit for the Project Scientist-I post is 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for certain categories.